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The Great Britain Guide

Mountains & hills · Mid Wales

Banc y Garn

In or near Borth.

Free admission

Banc y Garn — a mountain in wales-mid, United Kingdom, 437 m.

Banc y Garn Trig Point - geograph.org.uk - 962246

John Lucas — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
3 h–8 h
Best time of year
Late spring – early autumn (May–Oct)
Nearest railway station
Rheidol Falls · 5.7 km
  • Free entry
  • Dog-friendly

About

Banc y Garn is a named summit in wales-mid, United Kingdom, with an elevation of approximately 437 metres. Listed in the Wikidata register of UK peaks; see the Wikipedia article for further details on the mountain's location, geology and walking routes.

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Place summary

Banc y Garn is a mountain located in Mid Wales. It offers significant elevation within the region, contributing to the local landscape and ecology. The area is known for its natural beauty and is a part of the diverse topography characteristic of Wales.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates
52.4422, -3.9052
District
Ceredigion
Parish
Trefeurig
Postcode
SY23 3HA
Parliamentary constituency
Ceredigion Preseli
Nearest railway station
Rheidol Falls5.7 km

Sources

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Banc y Garn?
Banc y Garn is in Mid Wales, United Kingdom (postcode SY23 3HA), in the parish of Trefeurig.
What is Banc y Garn?
Banc y Garn — a mountain in wales-mid, United Kingdom, 437 m.
How do I get to Banc y Garn?
The nearest railway station is Rheidol Falls, about 5.7 km away. Drivers can use postcode SY23 3HA.
Is Banc y Garn free to visit?
Yes, Banc y Garn is free to enter.
How do I get to Banc y Garn?
The nearest railway station is Rheidol Falls, about 5.7 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode SY23 3HA.